Odisha Police have stepped up proactive measures and fire safety arrangements to ensure safe Diwali celebrations across the state.

Chief Fire Officer Bhubaneswar, Ramesh Chandra Majhi, said all the arrangements have been made to tackle any incident during the wee hours of the Diwali. Temporary fire stations have been set up across Bhubaneshwar, and 16 teams of police are patrolling the city to ensure public safety.

“All firefighting vehicles and equipment are fully prepared at every fire station across Odisha… Three temporary fire stations have been set up in Bhubaneswar, and 16 teams are deployed to conduct bike and vehicle patrols. Temporary fire stations and patrol teams have been deployed at six locations in Cuttack…” he said.

He added that police officials are inspecting shops sell

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